Passed away suddenly and joined his daughter Lynn in Heaven on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at the age of 89. Vince is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Gertrude and his son, Kurt.  He is also survived by his sister Joyce Rodziczak and family, beloved sister-in-laws June (William) Seymour and family and Mary Ann Mueller. Vince is pre-deceased by his parents Mildred and Vince and his sister Patricia.

Vince retired from Wisconsin Motors after 45 years of service. The family would like to send a special thanks to the staff of West Allis Memorial Hospital, 5th floor and the CCU, especially Dr. Baratak. 

Vince proudly served his country in World War II for three and a half years. Vince was an avid sportsman; he loved fishing, hunting, archery, and golfing. He was also artistic and loved making wood carvings of fish, birds, butterflies and other animals. Vince was always there if anyone needed him. He was a loving husband and father who will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be held at St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church (734 Glenview Ave., Wauwatosa) on Friday, June 2, 2017 from 10:30am until the Mass of the Christian Burial at noon. Immediately following the mass, a committal service will be held at Wisconsin Memorial Park (13235 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield).

If desired, memorials can be made to the Wisconsin Humane Society or the Alzheimer’s Association.

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